April 2025 – Lake Weekly

No. 5 Softball Earns Fourth Straight RRAC Regular Season Crown

For the fourth consecutive season, the Our Lady of the Lake (OLLU) softball team has earned the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) regular season championship. The Saints swept the Texas A&M San Antonio Jaguars on Saturday to move to 27-1 in conference play and 41-7 overall.

In game one, the Saints struck early with the long ball as Alyssa Flores launched a three-run homerun over the centerfield fence, giving OLLU a 3-0 lead. In the top of the second, the Jaguars took advantage of an OLLU error and manufactured a run to cut the OLLU lead to two.

With one out in the bottom of the second, Kristee Salas singled up the middle and would move into scoring position after a sacrifice from Kayla Rogers. Lilly Rocha plated Salas with a single to left field, extending the OLLU lead to 4-1.

In the fourth, TAMUSA continued to chp away at the OLLU lead as the Jaguars scored another run with the help of an OLLU error that extended the inning.

Grace Ross hit her 10th homerun of the year in the fifth inning, a solo shot, to give the Saints a 5-2 lead.

The Jaguars brought the tying run to the plate in the seventh but only managed to get one run. OLLU went on to win 5-3 over TAMUSA.

Ava Hernandez went the distance to earn her 20th victory of the season. Salas finished the game 2-for-2 at the plate while Flores led the way with three RBI.

Game two saw a dominant pitching performance from Annika Litterio. The right-hander gave up a single to lead off the game but went on to retire 19 consecuive batters.

Salas started the scoring for the Saints as she hit her ninth homer of the season in the second inning, a two-run shot, scoring Lexie Escamilla who reached on a walk. Following the Salas blast, Rogers drew a walk and stole second base, moving into scoring position for Alyssa Garcia. Garcia singled to right field to bring home Rogers, giving OLLU the 3-0 lead.

Caitlin Terrazas got things going for the Saints in the fifth with a single to right field. Hernandez came on to run for Terrazas and would score on a Flores single to centerfield. Ross picked up another RBI on the day as she singled home Flores to give OLLU a 6-0 lead. Salas joined Ross in the double-figure homerun category as she launched her second of the game and 10th of the season in the fifth to make it 7-0 OLLU. Salas drove in four runs in the victory.

Litterio struck out the first batter in the seventh before giving up a single. She struck out the final two batters she faced to end the game. Litterio finished with eight strikeouts while surrending just two hits.

The Saints will head to the RRAC Softball Championships in Alexandria, Louisiana. The tournament is set to begin on May 2.

For the latest news, updates, and information on the OLLU Saints, fans can visit ollusaintsathletics.com. Fans can also stay up to date on the latest Saints news by following @ollusaintsathletics on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

No. 5 Men’s Tennis Punches Ticket to NAIA Championships

The Our Lady of the Lake (OLLU) men’s tennis team secured its spot in the 2025 NAIA Men’s Tennis Championships on Saturday as the Saints took down No. 8 Xavier in the finals of the NAIA Unaffiliated Grouping Tournament. The win is the 19th in a row for the No. 5 ranked Saints.

The Saints got past Hope International and Texas A&M Texarkana on their way to the finals, defeating both by a score of 4-0.

OLLU claimed the doubles point with two 6-1 victories at the No. 2 and No. 3 lines, taking a 1-0 lead into singles action.

Aymeric Bruno was the first off the court in singles play as he gave the Saints a 2-0 lead, winning 6-1, 6-3 at the No. 3 line. Freshman Matis Nuziere stepped up all week for the Saints and none bigger than his 6-4, 7-6 victory at the No. 5 line to put the Saints up 3-0, just one point away from clinching.

Joao Santos clinched the match and championship for the Saints with a 6-1, 6-4 win at the No. 4 line.

The Saints move to 19-1 on the season and await seeding information for next months Championship.

Women’s Tennis Captures Programs First Conference Championship

The Our Lady of the Lake (OLLU) women’s tennis team captures its first-ever Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) Championship on Saturday as the Saints defeated the No. 5 seed Louisiana Christian University at Blossom Tennis Center. The Saints were the tournaments sixth seed and the Championship earned them a spot in next month’s NAIA Women’s Tennis Championships in Mobile, Alabama.

In the quarterfinal round of the tournament, the Saints took out the third-seed and No. 13 team in the country in Dillard by a score of 4-2. OLLU carried the momentum into the semifinals where they took on No. 12 Xavier for a spot in the championship match. The Saints battled and took down the Gold Nuggets.

In the championship match, the Saints earned a pair of 6-4 victories at the No. 2 and No. 3 doubles lines to take the 1-0 lead in the match.

At No. 3 singles, Marie Peters got the Saints a point closer to a conference championship as she won 6-2, 6-1. Alexandra Mille took a 1-0 advantage in her match at No. 2 singles, winning 6-4. Mille went on to win the second, 7-5, making it 3-2 in favor of OLLU.

Sofia Gonzalez de le Vega punched the Saints’ ticket to the NAIA National Championships with a 7-6, 6-3 victory at No. 4 singles.

The Saints await seeding information for the NAIA Championships.

Register. Win. Repeat: $100 Bookstore Gift Card Giveaway

Our Lady of the Lake University wants to reward you for taking charge of your academic future! All current OLLU students who register for Summer and/or Fall 2025 classes by May 1 will be entered into a daily drawing to win a $100 gift card to the OLLU Bookstore.

Whether you’re locking in summer classes to stay ahead or gearing up for an exciting fall semester, registering early could pay off—literally.

Adelante “Empower & Evolve” Training and Development Conference 2025

Wednesday, May 21st & Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio Campus (with hybrid options for Houston & RGV).

Submit Your Proposal Here

Conference Goals:
The Adelante conference aims to:

Enhance professional skills and knowledge for all OLLU employees.
Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Promote employee well-being and engagement. Align employee development with OLLU’s strategic goals and mission.
Increase cross-campus collaboration.

Important Dates:

Proposal Submission Deadline: May 2, 2025
Notification of Acceptance Emails Sent to Presenters: May 12, 2025
Accepted Presentations Announced University-Wide: May 15, 2025
Conference Dates: Wednesday, May 21st & Thursday, May 22nd, 2025

Modified Office Hours – Finals & Battle of Flowers

In observance of the Battle of Flowers holiday, most university offices will close at 12:00 PM on Friday, May 2.

However, the following offices will remain open to continue assisting students and faculty since this is also the first day of final exams.

Sueltenfuss Library: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Financial Aid: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Student Business Office: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Residence Life: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Accessibility Services & Testing: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM and Afternoon by appointment only
IT Helpdesk & AV: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 210-431-3908
Chartwells Dining Services: normal hours for all locations Dine On Campus || Hours of Operation
University Police is available 24/7, 365 days a year:
- Non-Emergency: 210-431-4022
- Emergency: 210-433-0911

All other university offices will close at noon.

As you wrap up the semester, don’t forget to finish the registration process for summer and fall:

Meet with your academic advisor and get register for your upcoming classes
Review your student account and financial aid status
Select a payment plan and accept financial responsibility through the Self-Service Portal

OLLU Digital First Textbook Program

Our Lady of the Lake University’s New Textbook Program is excited to announce that all required course materials for participating courses will be provided through the OLLU Digital First Textbook Program, ensuring that students do not need to purchase textbooks separately. There is no need to purchase any required course materials independently for the participating courses, as the cost will be billed directly to your account.

Benefits:

Improves required course material access and affordability.
Students save up to 60% on required course materials.
Increases student success outcomes.
Reduces student stress and unpreparedness.

For more information, please visit the FAQ page.

Inductions: Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society

The following students pursuing Spanish as a major, minor or the Biliterate Certificate, were inducted into Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society on two separate Induction Ceremonies this spring 2025.

Dr. Maribel Lárraga, professor of Spanish and faculty advisor for Xi Upsilon, OLLU’s Sigma Delta Pi’s Chapter, organized and conducted both ceremonies on April 4 and April 19, respectively.
Students’ parents, siblings, and other family members accompanied them to celebrate this academic achievement.

Arianna Ambriz,
Isis Almanza,
Ana Carvajal-Sánchez,
Esmy-Angelee García,
Jacqueline Gloria,
América Ibarra,
Odet Mota López,
Paloma Montiel,
Leilani Leza,
Vanessa Magallanes,
Alma Rodríguez, and
José Saucedo were inducted on April 4, 2025.
Khristian Harden and Katalina Herlinda Vásquez were inducted on April 22nd.

Raise Awareness For Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Join Counseling & Wellness Services as we “Chalk the Walk” to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. We will write messages of hope, support, and empowerment for survivors, while promoting consent and prevention in Renaissance Parlor to display throughout campus.

This creative and inclusive event is a simple yet powerful way to stand in solidarity with survivors and spark important conversations in our community. All are welcome!

Chalk the Walk normally occurs outside with actual chalk on walkways, but due to weather concerns, we are moving it inside with creative art supplies.

We hope you will join us to help send a powerful message of support to survivors ❤

Chalk The Walk Flyer Download

The Learner Responsive Leadership Academy June 16-20, 2025

The Center for Mexican American Studies and Research at Our Lady of the Lake University is developing a new initiative, the Learner Responsive Leadership Academy, to create a student centered, and community engaged approach to leadership. Through a week-long academy for 25-30 participants Summer 2025, the Learner Responsive Leadership Academy (LRLA) will help administrative leaders and teams learn how to address the needs of a growing variety of student populations in Texas. During the LRLA, administrators in K-12 and higher education will develop strategies and leadership competencies that contribute to implementing, scaling, and sustaining school systemic change and transformative initiatives by promoting student centered learning practices. The intended goal of the program is to train school leaders in inclusive pedagogy that permits analysis, evaluation, and administration of their campuses through a learner responsive lens. The proposed program will enhance academic and support services to the increasingly unique needs of diverse Texas students. 

Sponsored by the Jinny Chalmers Fund for Educational Justice